The George A. Romero classic Dawn of the Dead (get it Here) is a film that can actually reasonably celebrate its 45th anniversary in two separate years. While its premiere was held at the Cannes Film Festival in 1978 and a cut of the film that was put together by co-financier Dario Argento for non-English speaking countries was given a theatrical release in Italy that year, the cut Romero put together for English-language speaking territories didn’t make its way to screens in the United States until ’79. So whether you’re celebrating Dawn of the Dead‘s 45th anniversary in 2023 or 2024, or both, you’re still doing it right. Red Band Releasing is looking to bring Dawn of the Dead back to the screen in the U.S. and Canada this year, and have sent out a message to fans, telling them that if they want to see the movie on the big screen,...
- 2/10/2024
- by Cody Hamman
- JoBlo.com
David Emge, a veteran actor best known for his role in George A. Romero‘s zombie-horror classic Dawn of the Dead, has died. He was 77. The actor’s family confirmed his passing with his Indiana hometown newspaper, the Evansville Courier & Press, revealing he died Saturday, January 20, at the West River Health Campus. A cause of death was not given. Born on September 9, 1946, in Evansville, Indiana, Emge attended the University of Evansville, where he studied drama. He was later drafted into the U.S. Army and served during the Vietnam War. His acting career began in 1971 on stage, where he performed at the Pittsburgh Playhouse. He would make his on-screen debut in a small cameo in the 1976 comedy movie The Booby Hatch. Emge was working as a chef in New York City when he met Romero, who cast him in Dawn of the Dead. Albert L. Ortega/Getty Images Emge’s portrayal of Stephen,...
- 1/23/2024
- TV Insider
David Emge, who played memorable helicopter pilot turned zombie Stephen in George Romero’s Dawn of the Dead, has died. He was 77.
Emge’s family shared the news of his death with the Evansville Courier & Press, a local paper in his Indiana hometown. He died on Jan. 20 at the West River Health Campus. A cause of death was not disclosed.
The actor was most well-known for his role in the well-regarded 1978 horror classic film. His other credits include The Devil and Sam Silverstein (1976), The Liberation of Cherry Janowski (1976), Basket Case 2 (1990) and Hellmaster (1992).
In a documentary about the making of Dawn of the Dead, Emge recalled what was going through his head before filming began.
“Being the zombie was something that I could just like, grab onto,” he said. “I sat there for weeks and weeks watching all of these people coming up with ‘their’ zombie. And I’m thinking,...
Emge’s family shared the news of his death with the Evansville Courier & Press, a local paper in his Indiana hometown. He died on Jan. 20 at the West River Health Campus. A cause of death was not disclosed.
The actor was most well-known for his role in the well-regarded 1978 horror classic film. His other credits include The Devil and Sam Silverstein (1976), The Liberation of Cherry Janowski (1976), Basket Case 2 (1990) and Hellmaster (1992).
In a documentary about the making of Dawn of the Dead, Emge recalled what was going through his head before filming began.
“Being the zombie was something that I could just like, grab onto,” he said. “I sat there for weeks and weeks watching all of these people coming up with ‘their’ zombie. And I’m thinking,...
- 1/22/2024
- by Christy Piña
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
David Emge, whose brief acting career included a performance that would become iconic to horror fans – he played the doomed pilot-turned-zombie in George Romero’s 1978 Dawn of the Dead – died January 20 at the West River Health Campus in Evansville, Indiana. He was 77.
His death was announced by his family to the Evansville Courier & Press. A cause of death was not disclosed.
Born September 9, 1946 in Evansville, Emge began his acting career at the Pittsburgh Playhouse in 1971, landing a small role in the lowbrow 1976 sex comedy The Liberation Of Cherry Jankowski (a.k.a. The Booby Hatch) before moving first to Washington, D.C., where he performed in dinner theater, and then to New York City, where Romero spotted him working as a chef.
Impressed, Romero cast Emge as helicopter pilot Stephen “Flyboy” Andrews, an accident-prone but well-meaning news pilot who escapes the undead apocalypse to find safety with a few...
His death was announced by his family to the Evansville Courier & Press. A cause of death was not disclosed.
Born September 9, 1946 in Evansville, Emge began his acting career at the Pittsburgh Playhouse in 1971, landing a small role in the lowbrow 1976 sex comedy The Liberation Of Cherry Jankowski (a.k.a. The Booby Hatch) before moving first to Washington, D.C., where he performed in dinner theater, and then to New York City, where Romero spotted him working as a chef.
Impressed, Romero cast Emge as helicopter pilot Stephen “Flyboy” Andrews, an accident-prone but well-meaning news pilot who escapes the undead apocalypse to find safety with a few...
- 1/22/2024
- by Greg Evans
- Deadline Film + TV
This week is getting started on a sad note, as it has been confirmed that David Emge – who played the role of Stephen, a.k.a. “Flyboy” in one of the greatest horror movies ever made, George A. Romero’s Dawn of the Dead (get it Here) – has passed away at the age of 77.
Pierre Funeral Home provides the following obituary for Emge: David Michael Emge, 77, of Evansville, Indiana, passed away Saturday, January 20, 2024 at the West River Health Campus.
David was born September 9, 1946 in Evansville to the late Richard Andrew and Gertrude Mary (Wipf) Emge. He was a member of the Boy Scout Troop at Sacred Heart and a proud Eagle Scout. David studied drama at the University of Evansville and graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree. While attending U of E, David was drafted into the United States Army and served during the Vietnam War. David began his...
Pierre Funeral Home provides the following obituary for Emge: David Michael Emge, 77, of Evansville, Indiana, passed away Saturday, January 20, 2024 at the West River Health Campus.
David was born September 9, 1946 in Evansville to the late Richard Andrew and Gertrude Mary (Wipf) Emge. He was a member of the Boy Scout Troop at Sacred Heart and a proud Eagle Scout. David studied drama at the University of Evansville and graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree. While attending U of E, David was drafted into the United States Army and served during the Vietnam War. David began his...
- 1/22/2024
- by Cody Hamman
- JoBlo.com
Known to horror fans for playing Stephen ‘Flyboy’ Andrews in George A. Romero’s horror classic Dawn of the Dead, actor David Michael Emge has passed away at the age of 77. Emge passed on Saturday, January 20 at the West River Health Campus in Evansville, Indiana.
David Emge’s ‘Flyboy’ was one of the main characters in Romero’s Dawn of the Dead, the pilot for the Wgon-tv station who ends up trapped in a mall during the zombie apocalypse. ‘Flyboy’ eventually becomes a zombie himself later in the movie, and Emge’s performance ensured that ‘Flyboy Zombie’ has endured as one of the most iconic movie zombies of all time.
David Emge made a few more stops in the horror genre in the wake of 1978’s Dawn, also appearing in the horror movies Basket Case 2 (1990) and Hellmaster (1992).
The actor’s memorial page at the Pierre Funeral Home notes, “David...
David Emge’s ‘Flyboy’ was one of the main characters in Romero’s Dawn of the Dead, the pilot for the Wgon-tv station who ends up trapped in a mall during the zombie apocalypse. ‘Flyboy’ eventually becomes a zombie himself later in the movie, and Emge’s performance ensured that ‘Flyboy Zombie’ has endured as one of the most iconic movie zombies of all time.
David Emge made a few more stops in the horror genre in the wake of 1978’s Dawn, also appearing in the horror movies Basket Case 2 (1990) and Hellmaster (1992).
The actor’s memorial page at the Pierre Funeral Home notes, “David...
- 1/22/2024
- by John Squires
- bloody-disgusting.com
2023 marks the 45th anniversary of the release of the George A. Romero classic Dawn of the Dead (get it Here) – and Waxwork Records is celebrating the anniversary by giving the film’s soundtrack an expansive three LP release! This is the soundtrack’s first time reaching vinyl. Copies can be pre-ordered at This Link and are expected to start shipping out on December 15th.
Here’s some information on the soundtrack release: Waxwork Records is proud to release George A. Romero’s Dawn Of The Dead Original Theatrical Soundtrack loaded with features including 3xLP colored vinyl, deluxe heavyweight triple gatefold packaging with matte satin coating, artwork by Ruiz Burgos, a four page booklet, and extensive liner notes by Living Dead film music archivist and historian Jim Cirronella. This special release of the iconic soundtrack features the U.S. theatrical soundtrack, including “Cause I’m A Man” by the British band Pretty Things,...
Here’s some information on the soundtrack release: Waxwork Records is proud to release George A. Romero’s Dawn Of The Dead Original Theatrical Soundtrack loaded with features including 3xLP colored vinyl, deluxe heavyweight triple gatefold packaging with matte satin coating, artwork by Ruiz Burgos, a four page booklet, and extensive liner notes by Living Dead film music archivist and historian Jim Cirronella. This special release of the iconic soundtrack features the U.S. theatrical soundtrack, including “Cause I’m A Man” by the British band Pretty Things,...
- 11/17/2023
- by Cody Hamman
- JoBlo.com
Regal Cinemas is bringing Dawn of the Dead back to theaters for one night only on October 27th in celebration of the horror classic’s 45th anniversary.
George A. Romero’s 1978 film — a sequel of sorts to his 1968 project Night of the Living Dead — stars David Emge, Ken Foree, Scott Reiniger, and Gaylen Ross as survivors of a zombie outbreak who take refuge in a suburban shopping mall while mass hysteria wreaks havoc on their town. While in production, the project caught the attention of fellow horror filmmaker Dario Argento who agreed to co-finance the film in exchange for distribution rights in his home country of Italy. Having recently come to international acclaim with his magnum opus Suspiria, Argento’s co-sign on Dawn of the Dead also helped propel Romero’s success.
Dawn of the Dead was controversial upon its release for its use of violence and gore, though it...
George A. Romero’s 1978 film — a sequel of sorts to his 1968 project Night of the Living Dead — stars David Emge, Ken Foree, Scott Reiniger, and Gaylen Ross as survivors of a zombie outbreak who take refuge in a suburban shopping mall while mass hysteria wreaks havoc on their town. While in production, the project caught the attention of fellow horror filmmaker Dario Argento who agreed to co-finance the film in exchange for distribution rights in his home country of Italy. Having recently come to international acclaim with his magnum opus Suspiria, Argento’s co-sign on Dawn of the Dead also helped propel Romero’s success.
Dawn of the Dead was controversial upon its release for its use of violence and gore, though it...
- 10/17/2023
- by Abby Jones
- Consequence - Film News
2023 marks the 45th anniversary of the release of the George A. Romero classic Dawn of the Dead (get it Here) – and to celebrate, Regal Cinemas theatres across the United States are bringing the film back to the big screen! Dawn of the Dead also got a Regal theatrical re-release last year, but that was the 3-D conversion. This year, it’s the original 2-D version of the film that will be showing. The new re-release begins on October 27th.
To find out if Dawn of the Dead will be screening at a Regal near you, check their official website.
Written and directed by Romero, Dawn of the Dead has the following synopsis: As hordes of zombies swarm over the U.S., the terrified populace tries everything in their power to escape the attack of the undead, but neither cities nor the countryside prove safe. In Pennsylvania, radio-station employee Stephen and his girlfriend,...
To find out if Dawn of the Dead will be screening at a Regal near you, check their official website.
Written and directed by Romero, Dawn of the Dead has the following synopsis: As hordes of zombies swarm over the U.S., the terrified populace tries everything in their power to escape the attack of the undead, but neither cities nor the countryside prove safe. In Pennsylvania, radio-station employee Stephen and his girlfriend,...
- 10/16/2023
- by Cody Hamman
- JoBlo.com
One of the best horror movies of all time, George A. Romero‘s masterpiece Dawn of the Dead is returning to the big screen for the film’s 45th anniversary this Halloween season.
Exclusively at Regal, Dawn of the Dead is coming back to theatres October 27!
You can grab your tickets now from Regal’s website.
In the 1978 horror classic, “Following an ever-growing epidemic of zombies that have risen from the dead, two Philadelphia S.W.A.T. team members, a traffic reporter, and his television executive girlfriend seek refuge in a secluded shopping mall.”
Ken Foree, David Emge, Scott H. Reiniger, and Gaylen Ross star in Dawn of the Dead.
Romero’s sequel to Night of the Living Dead, the original Dawn of the Dead ended up becoming the second installment in a six-movie undead saga from the late master of zombie horror.
Looking for some threads or a...
Exclusively at Regal, Dawn of the Dead is coming back to theatres October 27!
You can grab your tickets now from Regal’s website.
In the 1978 horror classic, “Following an ever-growing epidemic of zombies that have risen from the dead, two Philadelphia S.W.A.T. team members, a traffic reporter, and his television executive girlfriend seek refuge in a secluded shopping mall.”
Ken Foree, David Emge, Scott H. Reiniger, and Gaylen Ross star in Dawn of the Dead.
Romero’s sequel to Night of the Living Dead, the original Dawn of the Dead ended up becoming the second installment in a six-movie undead saga from the late master of zombie horror.
Looking for some threads or a...
- 10/16/2023
- by John Squires
- bloody-disgusting.com
The holiday season sends a whole lot of people trudging through stores like zombies, so this seems like the perfect time to revisit writer/director George A. Romero‘s horror classic Dawn of the Dead (get it Here) with a new episode of The Manson Brothers Show. The Manson Brothers Show is hosted by the writers/stars of the horror comedy The Manson Brothers Midnight Zombie Massacre – Chris Margetis (Stone Manson) and Mike Carey (Skull Manson) – so to find out what they think of the Dawn of the Dead, check out the video embedded above!
Dawn of the Dead has the following synopsis: As hordes of zombies swarm over the U.S., the terrified populace tries everything in their power to escape the attack of the undead, but neither cities nor the countryside prove safe. In Pennsylvania, radio-station employee Stephen and his girlfriend, Francine, escape in the station helicopter, accompanied by two renegade Swat members,...
Dawn of the Dead has the following synopsis: As hordes of zombies swarm over the U.S., the terrified populace tries everything in their power to escape the attack of the undead, but neither cities nor the countryside prove safe. In Pennsylvania, radio-station employee Stephen and his girlfriend, Francine, escape in the station helicopter, accompanied by two renegade Swat members,...
- 12/26/2022
- by Cody Hamman
- JoBlo.com
The George A. Romero classic Dawn of the Dead (get it Here) has received a 3D conversion, with producer Richard P. Rubinstein supervising the conversion process frame-by-frame, and that 3D version of the movie has been enjoying a theatrical run at 250 Regal Cinemas theatres across the United States for the last four days. When this theatrical run was first announced, it was only supposed to last from October 28th through the 31st – but tickets have been selling so well, Regal Cinemas is extending the run until November 10th! So fans have ten more days to catch Dawn of the Dead on the big screen in 3D. Tickets are now on sale at RegMovies.com.
The Regal Cinemas press release says that “Due to unprecedented ticket presales, George A. Romero’s Dawn of the Dead in 3D has been extended to play at Regal Cinemas until November 10th. … Every generation this movie finds new fans.
The Regal Cinemas press release says that “Due to unprecedented ticket presales, George A. Romero’s Dawn of the Dead in 3D has been extended to play at Regal Cinemas until November 10th. … Every generation this movie finds new fans.
- 10/31/2022
- by Cody Hamman
- JoBlo.com
George A. Romero‘s Dawn of the Dead 3D was unleashed into theaters across the United States for the very first time over the weekend, and the theatrical run is now being extended!
Due to unprecedented ticket presales, George A. Romero’s Dawn of the Dead in 3-D has been extended to play at Regal Cinemas until November 10th. Tickets are on sale now.
The press release notes, “The movie is not available on any streaming platform anywhere. It isn’t on cable, and has been out-of-print on DVD and Blu-ray in the U.S. for over a decade. This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to see the original, uncut 1979 US theatrical release version of Dawn of the Dead, lovingly and meticulously adapted to 3-D format under the frame-by-frame supervision of Dawn’s original producer, Richard P. Rubinstein.”
In the 1978 horror classic, “Following an ever-growing epidemic of zombies...
Due to unprecedented ticket presales, George A. Romero’s Dawn of the Dead in 3-D has been extended to play at Regal Cinemas until November 10th. Tickets are on sale now.
The press release notes, “The movie is not available on any streaming platform anywhere. It isn’t on cable, and has been out-of-print on DVD and Blu-ray in the U.S. for over a decade. This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to see the original, uncut 1979 US theatrical release version of Dawn of the Dead, lovingly and meticulously adapted to 3-D format under the frame-by-frame supervision of Dawn’s original producer, Richard P. Rubinstein.”
In the 1978 horror classic, “Following an ever-growing epidemic of zombies...
- 10/31/2022
- by John Squires
- bloody-disgusting.com
George A. Romero‘s masterpiece Dawn of the Dead is returning to the big screen this Halloween season, and this time it’s headed our way in eye-popping three dimensions.
Regal will exclusively be screening Dawn of the Dead 3D on October 28, October 29, October 30, and October 31 in theaters nationwide, and tickets are up for grabs now!
From D-Next Media and New Amsterdam Entertainment, Inc., the special event will play in 250 theaters nationwide, with “a minimum of six shows at each site.”
Take a bite out of Regal’s official Dawn of the Dead 3D trailer below.
Rue Morgue first told us, “The original uncut 1979 theatrical version of George A. Romero’s Dawn of the Dead has been adapted to the 3D format under the frame-by-frame supervision of original producer Richard P. Rubinstein, with no alterations to Romero’s edit.”
In the 1978 horror classic, “Following an ever-growing epidemic of zombies that have risen from the dead,...
Regal will exclusively be screening Dawn of the Dead 3D on October 28, October 29, October 30, and October 31 in theaters nationwide, and tickets are up for grabs now!
From D-Next Media and New Amsterdam Entertainment, Inc., the special event will play in 250 theaters nationwide, with “a minimum of six shows at each site.”
Take a bite out of Regal’s official Dawn of the Dead 3D trailer below.
Rue Morgue first told us, “The original uncut 1979 theatrical version of George A. Romero’s Dawn of the Dead has been adapted to the 3D format under the frame-by-frame supervision of original producer Richard P. Rubinstein, with no alterations to Romero’s edit.”
In the 1978 horror classic, “Following an ever-growing epidemic of zombies that have risen from the dead,...
- 9/13/2022
- by John Squires
- bloody-disgusting.com
The George A. Romero classic Dawn of the Dead (get it Here) has received a 3D conversion, with producer Richard P. Rubinstein supervising the conversion process frame-by-frame, and now the 3D version of the film is set to reach 250 Regal Cinemas theatres across the United States for a four day run – including Halloween! – this October. Rue Morgue reports that Rubinstein’s company New Amsterdam Entertainment Inc. and Regal Cinemas are teaming up to bring Dawn of the Dead in 3D to the big screen on October 28th, 29th, 30th, and 31st.
The movie will have a minimum of six screenings at each of the 250 locations. Tickets are available for purchase at This Link, and will also be available at the theatres.
Written and directed by Romero, Dawn of the Dead has the following synopsis:
As hordes of zombies swarm over the U.S., the terrified populace tries everything in their...
The movie will have a minimum of six screenings at each of the 250 locations. Tickets are available for purchase at This Link, and will also be available at the theatres.
Written and directed by Romero, Dawn of the Dead has the following synopsis:
As hordes of zombies swarm over the U.S., the terrified populace tries everything in their...
- 8/19/2022
- by Cody Hamman
- JoBlo.com
One of the best horror movies of all time, George A. Romero‘s masterpiece Dawn of the Dead is returning to the big screen this Halloween season… this time in Three Dimensions!
Rue Morgue first broke the news this morning, reporting that Regal will exclusively be screening Dawn of the Dead 3D on October 28, October 29, October 30, and October 31.
The website notes, “The original uncut 1979 theatrical version of George A. Romero’s Dawn of the Dead has been adapted to the 3D format under the frame-by-frame supervision of original producer Richard P. Rubinstein, with no alterations to Romero’s edit.”
From D-Next Media and New Amsterdam Entertainment, Inc., the special event will play in 250 theaters nationwide, with “a minimum of six shows at each site.”
You can grab your tickets now from Regal’s website.
In the 1978 horror classic, “Following an ever-growing epidemic of zombies that have risen from the dead,...
Rue Morgue first broke the news this morning, reporting that Regal will exclusively be screening Dawn of the Dead 3D on October 28, October 29, October 30, and October 31.
The website notes, “The original uncut 1979 theatrical version of George A. Romero’s Dawn of the Dead has been adapted to the 3D format under the frame-by-frame supervision of original producer Richard P. Rubinstein, with no alterations to Romero’s edit.”
From D-Next Media and New Amsterdam Entertainment, Inc., the special event will play in 250 theaters nationwide, with “a minimum of six shows at each site.”
You can grab your tickets now from Regal’s website.
In the 1978 horror classic, “Following an ever-growing epidemic of zombies that have risen from the dead,...
- 8/19/2022
- by John Squires
- bloody-disgusting.com
Lee Broughton returns with a review of a mammoth limited edition box set dedicated to George A. Romero’s gut-wrenching zombie apocalypse opus, the first sequel to Night of the Living Dead. Fine performances from a quartet of unfamiliar lead actors, hordes of malevolent zombies convincingly brought to life by hundreds of local volunteers, groundbreaking make-up and special effects by Tom Savini and a wholly involving storyline combine to make Romero’s finely crafted horror show a real winner.
Dawn of the Dead
Region B Blu-ray
Second Sight
1978 / Color / 1:85 widescreen / 127 min., 137 min., 120 min. / Street Date 16 November, 2020 / Limited Edition / Available from Second Sight Films / £69.99
Starring: David Emge, Ken Foree, Scott H. Reiniger, Gaylen Ross.
Cinematography: Michael Gornick
Set Decorators: Josie Caruso, Barbara Lifsher
Special Effects: Tom Savini, Gary Zeller, Don Berry
Original Music: Goblin (as The Goblins)
Produced by Richard P. Rubinstein, Dario Argento
Written, Edited and Directed by George A.
Dawn of the Dead
Region B Blu-ray
Second Sight
1978 / Color / 1:85 widescreen / 127 min., 137 min., 120 min. / Street Date 16 November, 2020 / Limited Edition / Available from Second Sight Films / £69.99
Starring: David Emge, Ken Foree, Scott H. Reiniger, Gaylen Ross.
Cinematography: Michael Gornick
Set Decorators: Josie Caruso, Barbara Lifsher
Special Effects: Tom Savini, Gary Zeller, Don Berry
Original Music: Goblin (as The Goblins)
Produced by Richard P. Rubinstein, Dario Argento
Written, Edited and Directed by George A.
- 12/12/2020
- by Lee Broughton
- Trailers from Hell
Stars: David Emge, Ken Foree, Scott H. Reiniger, Gaylen Ross, David Crawford, David Early, Howard Smith, Daniel Dietrich | Written and Directed by George A. Romero
I remember seeing the 1978 classic, Dawn of the Dead, in the mid-90s. It was one of the first horror movies I ever really fell in love with, and helped turn me into a fully fledged horror fan. George A. Romero’s masterpiece has become an iconic picture in the history of cinema, and one of the most beloved horror films of all time. While it wasn’t the first zombie movie, it certainly changed the landscape of what a zombie movie could be. From the location to the music to the scenes of gore, Dawn of the Dead is absolutely and undeniably great.
We all know what the film is all about. It’s the tale of a group of survivors holding up in...
I remember seeing the 1978 classic, Dawn of the Dead, in the mid-90s. It was one of the first horror movies I ever really fell in love with, and helped turn me into a fully fledged horror fan. George A. Romero’s masterpiece has become an iconic picture in the history of cinema, and one of the most beloved horror films of all time. While it wasn’t the first zombie movie, it certainly changed the landscape of what a zombie movie could be. From the location to the music to the scenes of gore, Dawn of the Dead is absolutely and undeniably great.
We all know what the film is all about. It’s the tale of a group of survivors holding up in...
- 11/6/2020
- by Chris Cummings
- Nerdly
July’s home entertainment releases are ending on a high note this week, as we have tons of great horror and sci-fi titles coming our way this Tuesday. Scream Factory is keeping busy with a handful of Blu-rays on their docket this week, including Quatermass and the Pit, Quatermass 2, The Leopard Man, Lust for a Vampire, and a Steelbook edition of Humanoids from the Deep.
Roxanne Benjamin’s feature film debut, Body at Brighton Rock, is also being released this Tuesday on various formats, and Vinegar Syndrome is resurrecting both Hellmaster and Play Dead as well. And, if you happened to miss it in theaters, Deon Taylor’s The Intruder is set to invade your home media shelves this week as well.
Other Blu-ray and DVD releases for July 30th include What Ever Happened to Baby Jane?, Hotel Inferno and The Reptile.
Body at Brighton Rock
Wendy, a part-time...
Roxanne Benjamin’s feature film debut, Body at Brighton Rock, is also being released this Tuesday on various formats, and Vinegar Syndrome is resurrecting both Hellmaster and Play Dead as well. And, if you happened to miss it in theaters, Deon Taylor’s The Intruder is set to invade your home media shelves this week as well.
Other Blu-ray and DVD releases for July 30th include What Ever Happened to Baby Jane?, Hotel Inferno and The Reptile.
Body at Brighton Rock
Wendy, a part-time...
- 7/29/2019
- by Heather Wixson
- DailyDead
Last week at Comic-Con, Mezco Toyz had two special treats on display for fans of George A. Romero’s Dawn of the Dead. Positioned behind their glass display at booth #3445 were Living Dead Dolls based on Romero’s 1978 zombie classic, and for those who couldn’t make it to the San Diego show floor, Mezco released photos of the figures online.
The Dawn of the Dead Living Dead Dolls feature Stephen “Flyboy” Andrews and the unforgettable zombie head gazing over the horizon from the film’s official poster.
The Flyboy doll depicts the character after he was swarmed by the living dead in the mall elevator. Greenish skin, a slanted head, and a bloodstained shirt capture unfortunate Flyboy’s transition to the legion of the living dead. You can almost imagine him staggering out of the photo with that haunting limp that actor David Emge utilized so well during filming.
The Dawn of the Dead Living Dead Dolls feature Stephen “Flyboy” Andrews and the unforgettable zombie head gazing over the horizon from the film’s official poster.
The Flyboy doll depicts the character after he was swarmed by the living dead in the mall elevator. Greenish skin, a slanted head, and a bloodstained shirt capture unfortunate Flyboy’s transition to the legion of the living dead. You can almost imagine him staggering out of the photo with that haunting limp that actor David Emge utilized so well during filming.
- 7/29/2016
- by Derek Anderson
- DailyDead
The continued adventures of Duane Bradley and his sinister twin brother are getting the high-def treatment, as Synapse Films announced that they will release Basket Case 2 and Basket Case 3: The Progeny on respective Blu-rays this August:
Press Release: Double your freaky fun with Frank Henenlotter’s Basket Case 2 and Basket Case 3: The Progeny on Blu-ray this August from Synapse Films!
1982’s Basket Case introduced horror fans to Duane Bradley and his twin brother Belial, and a new horror classic was born. They also introduced the world to Frank Henenlotter, the uniquely crazed talent who would later give us Brain Damage and Frankenhooker. In 1990 and ‘91, Henenlotter and star Kevin Van Hentenryck returned for two even more demented sequels, both coming to Blu-ray from Synapse Films this August, each at the low price of $19.95!
Basket Case 2
“Basket Case 2 is a hilarious genre spoof… paying homage to Tod Browning’s 1932 classic,...
Press Release: Double your freaky fun with Frank Henenlotter’s Basket Case 2 and Basket Case 3: The Progeny on Blu-ray this August from Synapse Films!
1982’s Basket Case introduced horror fans to Duane Bradley and his twin brother Belial, and a new horror classic was born. They also introduced the world to Frank Henenlotter, the uniquely crazed talent who would later give us Brain Damage and Frankenhooker. In 1990 and ‘91, Henenlotter and star Kevin Van Hentenryck returned for two even more demented sequels, both coming to Blu-ray from Synapse Films this August, each at the low price of $19.95!
Basket Case 2
“Basket Case 2 is a hilarious genre spoof… paying homage to Tod Browning’s 1932 classic,...
- 6/10/2016
- by Derek Anderson
- DailyDead
Are zombies really that memorable? When you think about it, today’s undead munchers are not exactly an interesting crowd since all they do between meals is wander around in a trance. The pre Romero vegetarians are even worse, as they spend most of their time under the thumb of a zombie master, although on the odd occasion they do rebel against their tyrannical leader.
Zombie movies are a dime a dozen these days, and apart from a few moderately successful variations, they haven’t progressed beyond the flesh-eating antics of Night of the Living Dead (1968). But on the odd occasion a couple of zombies stand out from the faceless crowd of walking corpses, and what some these ghouls lack in personality, they make up for in other ways.
So here’s a list of ten memorable zombies that stood out for me, as an avid horror movie fan.
The...
Zombie movies are a dime a dozen these days, and apart from a few moderately successful variations, they haven’t progressed beyond the flesh-eating antics of Night of the Living Dead (1968). But on the odd occasion a couple of zombies stand out from the faceless crowd of walking corpses, and what some these ghouls lack in personality, they make up for in other ways.
So here’s a list of ten memorable zombies that stood out for me, as an avid horror movie fan.
The...
- 3/15/2015
- Shadowlocked
In 1968, commercials director George A. Romero released his groundbreaking first feature film, Night of the Living Dead. Five Dead movies and over four decades later, it’s undeniable that Romero’s body of work has left an indelible mark on the horror genre. At the very least, you’ve undoubtedly watched something influenced by Romero and you can meet the legend himself at Indianapolis’ Culture Shock con next month.
Taking place at Wyndham Indianapolis West hotel in Indianapolis, Indiana, from February 27th – March 1st, Culture Shock will feature a rare convention appearance from George A. Romero. In addition to the Godfather of Zombies, horror hounds can also look forward to seeing Malcolm McDowell, “Rowdy” Roddy Piper, and a reunion of Romero’s Dawn of the Dead cast members David Emge, Ken Foree, Scott Reiniger and Gaylen Ross.
Tickets are $30 apiece for Friday, $35 for Saturday, and $30 for Sunday, with a $70 all-weekend pass also available.
Taking place at Wyndham Indianapolis West hotel in Indianapolis, Indiana, from February 27th – March 1st, Culture Shock will feature a rare convention appearance from George A. Romero. In addition to the Godfather of Zombies, horror hounds can also look forward to seeing Malcolm McDowell, “Rowdy” Roddy Piper, and a reunion of Romero’s Dawn of the Dead cast members David Emge, Ken Foree, Scott Reiniger and Gaylen Ross.
Tickets are $30 apiece for Friday, $35 for Saturday, and $30 for Sunday, with a $70 all-weekend pass also available.
- 1/9/2015
- by Derek Anderson
- DailyDead
Top 100 horror movies of all time: Chicago Film Critics' choices (photo: Sigourney Weaver and Alien creature show us that life is less horrific if you don't hold grudges) See previous post: A look at the Chicago Film Critics Association's Scariest Movies Ever Made. Below is the list of the Chicago Film Critics's Top 100 Horror Movies of All Time, including their directors and key cast members. Note: this list was first published in October 2006. (See also: Fay Wray, Lee Patrick, and Mary Philbin among the "Top Ten Scream Queens.") 1. Psycho (1960) Alfred Hitchcock; with Anthony Perkins, Janet Leigh, Vera Miles, John Gavin, Martin Balsam. 2. The Exorcist (1973) William Friedkin; with Ellen Burstyn, Linda Blair, Jason Miller, Max von Sydow (and the voice of Mercedes McCambridge). 3. Halloween (1978) John Carpenter; with Jamie Lee Curtis, Donald Pleasence, Tony Moran. 4. Alien (1979) Ridley Scott; with Sigourney Weaver, Tom Skerritt, John Hurt. 5. Night of the Living Dead (1968) George A. Romero; with Marilyn Eastman,...
- 10/31/2014
- by Andre Soares
- Alt Film Guide
If you’re not partying it up in your best Miley Cyrus costume or passing out candy to adorable trick-or-treaters, GossipCenter suggests spending a spooky night taking in one (or all) of our 13 favorite Halloween flicks!
We’ve pulled together all the spookiest movies including everything from the horrifying original “Exorcist,” which debuted in 1973, to everyone’s favorite witch trio in 1993’s “Hocus Pocus.”
Check out the full list below and share your favorite film by tweeting us @GossipCenter or commenting on GossipCenter's Facebook page!
1. The Exorcist - (1973) Ellen Burstyn, Max von Sydow, Linda Blair: When a teenage girl is possessed by a mysterious entity, her mother seeks the help of two priests to save her daughter.
2. A Nightmare on Elm St. - (1984) John Sacon, Johnny Depp, Ronne Blakely, Robert Englund: In the dreams of his victims, a spectral child murderer stalks the children of the members of...
We’ve pulled together all the spookiest movies including everything from the horrifying original “Exorcist,” which debuted in 1973, to everyone’s favorite witch trio in 1993’s “Hocus Pocus.”
Check out the full list below and share your favorite film by tweeting us @GossipCenter or commenting on GossipCenter's Facebook page!
1. The Exorcist - (1973) Ellen Burstyn, Max von Sydow, Linda Blair: When a teenage girl is possessed by a mysterious entity, her mother seeks the help of two priests to save her daughter.
2. A Nightmare on Elm St. - (1984) John Sacon, Johnny Depp, Ronne Blakely, Robert Englund: In the dreams of his victims, a spectral child murderer stalks the children of the members of...
- 10/31/2014
- GossipCenter
Frightmare! The premier horror convention in the Southwest has come again, and it was a riot. Well, not literally. Thankfully, massive improvements were made this year with line management of the more popular guests and parking so even when things were hot and heavy on Saturday, we never reached the critical mass found last year.
The movie and television guests were a literal who's who of icons throughout the years. The three guests of honor, Linda Blair, George A Romero, and Tobin Bell, were all busy with fans at their tables all weekend. I heard that Bell went till 1am signing on Saturday to make sure everyone was taken card of.
Having tables set up near empty walls for attendees to line up against and usage of tickets when lines got too long were big improvements. With the three guests of honor and other fan favorites such as Scott Wilson...
The movie and television guests were a literal who's who of icons throughout the years. The three guests of honor, Linda Blair, George A Romero, and Tobin Bell, were all busy with fans at their tables all weekend. I heard that Bell went till 1am signing on Saturday to make sure everyone was taken card of.
Having tables set up near empty walls for attendees to line up against and usage of tickets when lines got too long were big improvements. With the three guests of honor and other fan favorites such as Scott Wilson...
- 5/15/2014
- by Mr. Dark
- DreadCentral.com
We already told you that George A. Romero will be appearing at Texas Frightmare Weekend, but we have one more exciting piece of new for fans of Dawn of the Dead. The Alamo Drafthouse is teaming up with Texas Frightmare Weekend for a rare screening of the 1978 zombie classic, with George A. Romero, Tom Savini, David Emge, and Scott Reiniger in attendance.
“Texas Frightmare Weekend is teaming up with The Alamo Drafthouse Dallas to screen five classic Frightmare-themed films during the week leading up to this year’s jam-packed 2014 weekend… culminating with a star-studded screening of George Romero’s zombie opus Dawn Of The Dead the night before Frightmare begins!
In 1968, George A. Romero created what would go on to be the modern zombie genre as we know it with Night of the Living Dead. Ten years later, he redefined it with what is widely considered as the zenith of...
“Texas Frightmare Weekend is teaming up with The Alamo Drafthouse Dallas to screen five classic Frightmare-themed films during the week leading up to this year’s jam-packed 2014 weekend… culminating with a star-studded screening of George Romero’s zombie opus Dawn Of The Dead the night before Frightmare begins!
In 1968, George A. Romero created what would go on to be the modern zombie genre as we know it with Night of the Living Dead. Ten years later, he redefined it with what is widely considered as the zenith of...
- 4/9/2014
- by Jonathan James
- DailyDead
"The Walking Dead" is not a show to thrive on celebrity guests. Aside from Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Hines Ward and F/X god Greg Nicotero (who works on the show anyway), there have been no celebrity zombie appearances. But there have been plenty of zombie tributes.
Dynamo writer John Squires recently compiled a list of zombie "cameos" from "The Walking Dead." The list consists of zombies on the show designed to look like (in)famous zombies from films past, and we'll review them here.
If you've noticed any that may been have missed, please feel free to add them in the comments section below.
Season 1, Episode 4 - Day of the Dead - Doctor Tongue
Dr. Tongue from Day of the Dead was the first zombie seen in the film, which was Greg Nicotero's first feature. He worked as an assistant to Tom Savini, and Dr. Tongue was just...
Dynamo writer John Squires recently compiled a list of zombie "cameos" from "The Walking Dead." The list consists of zombies on the show designed to look like (in)famous zombies from films past, and we'll review them here.
If you've noticed any that may been have missed, please feel free to add them in the comments section below.
Season 1, Episode 4 - Day of the Dead - Doctor Tongue
Dr. Tongue from Day of the Dead was the first zombie seen in the film, which was Greg Nicotero's first feature. He worked as an assistant to Tom Savini, and Dr. Tongue was just...
- 2/21/2014
- by Scott Hallam
- DreadCentral.com
If you’re not partying it up in your best Miley Cyrus costume or passing out candy to adorable trick-or-treaters, GossipCenter suggests spending a spooky night taking in one (or all) of our 13 favorite Halloween flicks!
We’ve pulled together all the spookiest movies including everything from the horrifying original “Exorcist,” which debuted in 1973, to everyone’s favorite witch trio in 1993’s “Hocus Pocus.”
Check out the full list below and share your favorite film by tweeting us @GossipCenter or commenting on GossipCenter's Facebook page!
1. The Exorcist - (1973) Ellen Burstyn, Max von Sydow, Linda Blair: When a teenage girl is possessed by a mysterious entity, her mother seeks the help of two priests to save her daughter.
2. A Nightmare on Elm St. - (1984) John Sacon, Johnny Depp, Ronne Blakely, Robert Englund: In the dreams of his victims, a spectral child murderer stalks the children of the members of...
We’ve pulled together all the spookiest movies including everything from the horrifying original “Exorcist,” which debuted in 1973, to everyone’s favorite witch trio in 1993’s “Hocus Pocus.”
Check out the full list below and share your favorite film by tweeting us @GossipCenter or commenting on GossipCenter's Facebook page!
1. The Exorcist - (1973) Ellen Burstyn, Max von Sydow, Linda Blair: When a teenage girl is possessed by a mysterious entity, her mother seeks the help of two priests to save her daughter.
2. A Nightmare on Elm St. - (1984) John Sacon, Johnny Depp, Ronne Blakely, Robert Englund: In the dreams of his victims, a spectral child murderer stalks the children of the members of...
- 10/29/2013
- GossipCenter
Taking on a classic is a gutsy move, even for an award-winning filmmaker. And when director Kimberly Peirce signed on to re-imagine Stephen King's horror classic "Carrie," about a teenage girl with telekinetic powers hellbent on revenge, she knew she had some sky-high expectations to meet.
"I'd make a joke and say, 'I didn't give a f*ck,' but of course I felt pressure!" she told us recently while doing press for "Carrie." "But I think pressure is good."
All that pressure had Peirce thinking long and hard about what it would mean to sign on to a project of this scale, with its history and existing fan base. Having made just one film, 2008's "Stop-Loss," since her 1999 directorial debut, "Boys Don't Cry," it's clear, as a filmmaker, she doesn't make decisions lightly.
"I walked into this feeling a huge responsibility, much like I did with 'Boys Don't Cry...
"I'd make a joke and say, 'I didn't give a f*ck,' but of course I felt pressure!" she told us recently while doing press for "Carrie." "But I think pressure is good."
All that pressure had Peirce thinking long and hard about what it would mean to sign on to a project of this scale, with its history and existing fan base. Having made just one film, 2008's "Stop-Loss," since her 1999 directorial debut, "Boys Don't Cry," it's clear, as a filmmaker, she doesn't make decisions lightly.
"I walked into this feeling a huge responsibility, much like I did with 'Boys Don't Cry...
- 10/15/2013
- by Tim Hayne
- Moviefone
“They’re coming to Webster U, Barbara…..!”
The Living Dead are coming to Webster University!
The Evolution of the Zombie, a film series based around our unquenchable appetite for all things undead, kicks off this Wednesday with the 1932 Bela Lugosi classic White Zombie (considered the first zombie film)and runs through October 20th. John Russo, who penned Night Of The Living Dead, the seminal Zombie film way back in 1968, will be a guest at the fest and will host a writing workshop. This will be a fantastic opportunity for fans of the zombie genre to see several of their favorite flesh-eaters on the big screen and for film students to meet the man who help developed the rules by which all the living dead live (while dead)!
Tickets
Unless otherwise noted, admission is:
$6 for the general public
$5 for seniors, Webster alumni and students from other schools
$4 for Webster University staff...
The Living Dead are coming to Webster University!
The Evolution of the Zombie, a film series based around our unquenchable appetite for all things undead, kicks off this Wednesday with the 1932 Bela Lugosi classic White Zombie (considered the first zombie film)and runs through October 20th. John Russo, who penned Night Of The Living Dead, the seminal Zombie film way back in 1968, will be a guest at the fest and will host a writing workshop. This will be a fantastic opportunity for fans of the zombie genre to see several of their favorite flesh-eaters on the big screen and for film students to meet the man who help developed the rules by which all the living dead live (while dead)!
Tickets
Unless otherwise noted, admission is:
$6 for the general public
$5 for seniors, Webster alumni and students from other schools
$4 for Webster University staff...
- 10/1/2013
- by Tom Stockman
- WeAreMovieGeeks.com
Wrapping up our coverage from Flashback Weekend, I have my exclusive interview session with George A. Romero. We talked about why Day of the Dead is his favorite “Dead” movie, upcoming projects, a new Day of the Dead remake, and he shared his thoughts on The Walking Dead.
Day of the Dead is a movie that seems to be steadily getting a bigger following of fans every year and I’ve heard you say that this is your personal favorite of the “Dead” films you directed. Why did you enjoy making this one over the others?
George A. Romero: When it first came out, I think everyone wanted Dawn of the Dead over again. There was some disappointment when it first came out, but that has changed now that it’s been out on video for a while. It also wasn’t distributed with any pizzazz at all initially and was almost invisible.
Day of the Dead is a movie that seems to be steadily getting a bigger following of fans every year and I’ve heard you say that this is your personal favorite of the “Dead” films you directed. Why did you enjoy making this one over the others?
George A. Romero: When it first came out, I think everyone wanted Dawn of the Dead over again. There was some disappointment when it first came out, but that has changed now that it’s been out on video for a while. It also wasn’t distributed with any pizzazz at all initially and was almost invisible.
- 8/19/2013
- by Jonathan James
- DailyDead
Zombie Con will be taking place this weekend near Detroit, Michigan. The 2-day event includes a number of zombie-themed panels, screenings, and events, and we’ve been provided with the full schedule:
“With AMC’s hit series The Walking Dead on hiatus, Zombie fans are making summer plans to attend Detroit Zombie Con at the Motion Picture Institute in Troy, Mi. Zombie Con is a two-day event that brings together Zombie, and Horror Fans, Creators, Artists, Novelists, Film Makers at Michigan’s premiere film school, Mpi (www.mpifilm.com), in Troy, Mi. –August 17th and 18th, 2013. Zombie Con is for Zombie lovers of all ages and places the emphasis on the creators and artisans working in the genre.”
Detroit Z-con: Schedule of Events:
Saturday, Aug 17th. Doors open at 10am (event times subject to change)
The Gallery Of The Dead (art exhibition) (10am to close) Movie 1: Carnival of Souls...
“With AMC’s hit series The Walking Dead on hiatus, Zombie fans are making summer plans to attend Detroit Zombie Con at the Motion Picture Institute in Troy, Mi. Zombie Con is a two-day event that brings together Zombie, and Horror Fans, Creators, Artists, Novelists, Film Makers at Michigan’s premiere film school, Mpi (www.mpifilm.com), in Troy, Mi. –August 17th and 18th, 2013. Zombie Con is for Zombie lovers of all ages and places the emphasis on the creators and artisans working in the genre.”
Detroit Z-con: Schedule of Events:
Saturday, Aug 17th. Doors open at 10am (event times subject to change)
The Gallery Of The Dead (art exhibition) (10am to close) Movie 1: Carnival of Souls...
- 8/16/2013
- by Jordan Smith
- DailyDead
For those of you who got into zombies because of The Walking Dead or Zack Snyder’s Dawn of the Dead, and haven’t caught up on the earlier movies, you owe it to yourself to check out some of the classics, especially the original Dawn of the Dead.
Aside from meeting up with George A. Romero, one of the big reasons we went out to Flashback Weekend last week was to catch the Dawn of the Dead reunion panel with David Emge, Ken Foree, Scott Reiniger, and Gaylen Ross. We knew that Daily Dead readers would be interested in checking it out, so we recorded the panel and Q&A session.
This was really a great panel for anyone who’s a fan of Dawn of the Dead. Ken Foree talks about “illegally” joining the cast, David Emge shares his experience preparing for a certain scene at the end of the movie,...
Aside from meeting up with George A. Romero, one of the big reasons we went out to Flashback Weekend last week was to catch the Dawn of the Dead reunion panel with David Emge, Ken Foree, Scott Reiniger, and Gaylen Ross. We knew that Daily Dead readers would be interested in checking it out, so we recorded the panel and Q&A session.
This was really a great panel for anyone who’s a fan of Dawn of the Dead. Ken Foree talks about “illegally” joining the cast, David Emge shares his experience preparing for a certain scene at the end of the movie,...
- 8/13/2013
- by Jonathan James
- DailyDead
Flashback Weekend is currently taking place in Chicago and we’re covering the event live. Their featured guest is George A. Romero, who introduced a screening of Night of the Living Dead last night. We recorded the introduction, which included a Q&A where Romero talks about filming Night of the Living Dead, his favorite of the “Dead” movie, and working with Universal on Land of the Dead.
Along with George A. Romero, there is a Dawn of the Dead reunion taking place with David Emge, Ken Foree, Scott H. Reiniger, and Gaylen Ross. They just wrapped up a Q&A this afternoon and we’ll have it online early next week for those that couldn’t stop by. George A. Romero will also be taking part in an extended Q&A on Sunday and we’ll have that as well.
Tickets are still available for Flashback Weekend, which is...
Along with George A. Romero, there is a Dawn of the Dead reunion taking place with David Emge, Ken Foree, Scott H. Reiniger, and Gaylen Ross. They just wrapped up a Q&A this afternoon and we’ll have it online early next week for those that couldn’t stop by. George A. Romero will also be taking part in an extended Q&A on Sunday and we’ll have that as well.
Tickets are still available for Flashback Weekend, which is...
- 8/10/2013
- by Jonathan James
- DailyDead
The Detroit Zombie Con will be taking place later this month and they’ve provided us with an update on special guests and events, including the addition of Dawn of the Dead‘s David Emge and Scott Reiniger:
“With AMC’s hit series The Walking Dead on hiatus Zombie fans are making summer plans to attend Detroit Zombie Con at the Motion Picture Institute in Troy, Mi. Zombie Con is a two-day event that brings together Zombie, and Horror Fans, Creators, Artists, Novelists, Film Makers at Michigan’s premiere film school; Mpi (www.mpifilm.com) at 2040 Crooks road in Troy, Mi. –August 17th and 18th, 2013 The convention includes a two-day film festival with the World Premiere of Anchor Bay’s zombie vs. robots epic Battle of the Damned not due in theatres until 2014. You can see it first at Z-Con.
We also have the Michigan Sneak Preview of the...
“With AMC’s hit series The Walking Dead on hiatus Zombie fans are making summer plans to attend Detroit Zombie Con at the Motion Picture Institute in Troy, Mi. Zombie Con is a two-day event that brings together Zombie, and Horror Fans, Creators, Artists, Novelists, Film Makers at Michigan’s premiere film school; Mpi (www.mpifilm.com) at 2040 Crooks road in Troy, Mi. –August 17th and 18th, 2013 The convention includes a two-day film festival with the World Premiere of Anchor Bay’s zombie vs. robots epic Battle of the Damned not due in theatres until 2014. You can see it first at Z-Con.
We also have the Michigan Sneak Preview of the...
- 8/2/2013
- by Jonathan James
- DailyDead
Celebrating it's 2nd decade as Chicago's largest and longest running Horror Convention, the Flashback Weekend returns to the Crowne Plaza Chicago O'Hare in Rosemont, Illinois on August 9th-11th. And FEARnet will be there as a sponsor providing some cool goodies and swags to attendees (while supplies last). On top of the usual plethora of dealers booths, special events and screenings and more, a slew of genre celebrities will be on hand for autographs including legendary director George A. Romero, actor Danny Glover, reunion casts for 'Pet Semetary,' 'The Lords Of Salem,' and 'Dawn Of The Dead.' There will also be a slew of cool screenings at the Muvico Theaters Rosemont 18 located right next door to the Crowne Plaze which include 'You're Next,' 'Hatchet III,' the never-before-seen lost 'Trancers' sequel 'Trancers 1.5: City Of Angels.' Sounds like an awesome time!
- 8/2/2013
- by Rob Galluzzo
- FEARnet
The final schedule for Flashback Weekend has just been released. The annual horror event is taking place in Chicago next week and features a Dawn of the Dead reunion, George A. Romero introducing a screening of Night of the Living Dead, and much more.
“Flashback Weekend is Chicago’s largest and longest running horror convention featuring a huge horror dealers room, special events, and major celebrity guests including legendary director George A. Romero in a rare convention appearance. Flashback Weekend also dedicates itself to the preservation of the big screen horror experience by featuring big screen horror presentations at the Muvico Theaters Rosemont 18 (located next to the convention hotel).
Special film screenings include a 35mm 45th anniversary screening of the original “Night Of The Living Dead” introduced by George A. Romero, “Pet Sematary” introduced by Mary Lambert and the cast, and the World Premiere of the unseen Pulsepounders
“Trancers sequel...
“Flashback Weekend is Chicago’s largest and longest running horror convention featuring a huge horror dealers room, special events, and major celebrity guests including legendary director George A. Romero in a rare convention appearance. Flashback Weekend also dedicates itself to the preservation of the big screen horror experience by featuring big screen horror presentations at the Muvico Theaters Rosemont 18 (located next to the convention hotel).
Special film screenings include a 35mm 45th anniversary screening of the original “Night Of The Living Dead” introduced by George A. Romero, “Pet Sematary” introduced by Mary Lambert and the cast, and the World Premiere of the unseen Pulsepounders
“Trancers sequel...
- 8/1/2013
- by Jonathan James
- DailyDead
Unless you live in Toronto, there haven’t been too many chances lately to meet the man responsible for the zombies we know and love today. If you live anywhere near Chicago, you’ll want to make your way out to Flashback Weekend.
Taking place from August 9-11, the popular horror convention will have a Dawn of the Dead reunion, with George A. Romero appearing every day to spend time with fans. We have an update on the guests and events, including the addition of Danny Glover:
“Danny Glover at Flashback Weekend 2013! Flashback Weekend is proud to announce Danny Glover as a special guest at the Flashback Weekend Chicago Horror Convention. Mr. Glover is an actor, producer and humanitarian with a commanding presence on screen and stage for over 30 years. In the horror genre, he battled the Predator in “Predator 2″ and he matched wits with Jigsaw in “Saw...
Taking place from August 9-11, the popular horror convention will have a Dawn of the Dead reunion, with George A. Romero appearing every day to spend time with fans. We have an update on the guests and events, including the addition of Danny Glover:
“Danny Glover at Flashback Weekend 2013! Flashback Weekend is proud to announce Danny Glover as a special guest at the Flashback Weekend Chicago Horror Convention. Mr. Glover is an actor, producer and humanitarian with a commanding presence on screen and stage for over 30 years. In the horror genre, he battled the Predator in “Predator 2″ and he matched wits with Jigsaw in “Saw...
- 7/25/2013
- by Jonathan James
- DailyDead
Unless you live in Toronto, there haven’t been too many chances lately to meet the man responsible for the zombies we know and love today. If you live anywhere near Chicago, you’ll want to make your way out to Flashback Weekend. Taking place from August 9-11, the popular horror convention will have a Dawn of the Dead reunion, with George A. Romero appearing every day to spend time with fans.
“Flashback Weekend is Chicago’s largest and longest running horror convention featuring a huge horror dealers room, special events, and major celebrity guests including legendary director George A. Romero in a rare convention appearance. Flashback Weekend also dedicates itself to the preservation of the big screen horror experience by featuring big screen horror presentations at the Muvico Theaters Rosemont 18 (located next to the convention hotel).
Special film screenings include a 35mm 45th anniversary screening of the original “Night Of The Living Dead...
“Flashback Weekend is Chicago’s largest and longest running horror convention featuring a huge horror dealers room, special events, and major celebrity guests including legendary director George A. Romero in a rare convention appearance. Flashback Weekend also dedicates itself to the preservation of the big screen horror experience by featuring big screen horror presentations at the Muvico Theaters Rosemont 18 (located next to the convention hotel).
Special film screenings include a 35mm 45th anniversary screening of the original “Night Of The Living Dead...
- 7/11/2013
- by Jonathan James
- DailyDead
As an ongoing tradition of What Culture, many different films have been put forward as contenders for the coveted title of greatest film of all time.
In the past there’s been passionate arguments for such classic films as Star Wars, Psycho, Back To The Future and The Good, The Bad and The Ugly. However, while these films frequently turn up in polls and lists of the greatest films of all time, it’s now time to put forward a horror masterpiece which has rarely been given the same kind of limelight.
Alongside my two other favourite films of all time (Jaws & The Good, The Bad and the Ugly) George A. Romero’s Dawn of the Dead is one of the rare films which I can constantly enjoy watching over and over. Few other films within the horror genre are as interesting, thought-provoking and relentlessly exciting as Romero’s zombie masterpiece.
In the past there’s been passionate arguments for such classic films as Star Wars, Psycho, Back To The Future and The Good, The Bad and The Ugly. However, while these films frequently turn up in polls and lists of the greatest films of all time, it’s now time to put forward a horror masterpiece which has rarely been given the same kind of limelight.
Alongside my two other favourite films of all time (Jaws & The Good, The Bad and the Ugly) George A. Romero’s Dawn of the Dead is one of the rare films which I can constantly enjoy watching over and over. Few other films within the horror genre are as interesting, thought-provoking and relentlessly exciting as Romero’s zombie masterpiece.
- 4/12/2012
- by Stephen Leigh
- Obsessed with Film
Up-and-coming convention Saturday Nightmares, which runs this June 3-5, 2011, in East Rutherford, NJ, has quite an impressive lineup. From a live screening of The Birds with star Tippi Hedren to a Martin screening with John Amplas to Barbara Steele introducing The Pit and the Pendulum, it has a little something for everyone.
And that's just the tip of the iceberg. Along with Tippi, John, and Barbara, guests over the weekend include the following: Bruce Dern, Sid Haig, Karen Black, Julian Sands, Doug Bradley, Lisa Marie, Ken Foree, David Emge, Gaylen Ross, Michael Gornick, Scott Reiniger, Beverly Randolph, Don Calfa, Jewel Shepard, Allan Trautman, Thom Mathews, Linnea Quigley, and many more. In addition, the lovely Ladies of The Evil Dead - Ellen Sandweiss, Theresa Tilly, and Betsy Baker - will be fielding questions following a screening of the film.
All the usual convention festivities will be taking place: Panel discussions, vendors room,...
And that's just the tip of the iceberg. Along with Tippi, John, and Barbara, guests over the weekend include the following: Bruce Dern, Sid Haig, Karen Black, Julian Sands, Doug Bradley, Lisa Marie, Ken Foree, David Emge, Gaylen Ross, Michael Gornick, Scott Reiniger, Beverly Randolph, Don Calfa, Jewel Shepard, Allan Trautman, Thom Mathews, Linnea Quigley, and many more. In addition, the lovely Ladies of The Evil Dead - Ellen Sandweiss, Theresa Tilly, and Betsy Baker - will be fielding questions following a screening of the film.
All the usual convention festivities will be taking place: Panel discussions, vendors room,...
- 4/2/2011
- by Uncle Creepy
- DreadCentral.com
Halloween is becoming one of my favourite times of the year as I get to put myself through some extreme movie watching experiences as well as seeing some of the best/worst horror films and characters ever created.
Last Halloween I watched all the films featuring the horror legends of Michael Myers, Jason Voorhees and Freddy Krueger, I recorded their kill counts as well as doing a face off competition to decide who was the ultimate movie villain of the three legends with Jason Voorhees and the Friday the 13th Movies being the overall winner. You can see my blood-soaked venture here.
This year I went for a test of endurance, my plan was to watch as many Zombie movies consecutively until sleep deprivation turned me into something closely resembling a Zombie. I had 20 films lined up for the experiment and managed to get through 10 films over approximately 19 hours from...
Last Halloween I watched all the films featuring the horror legends of Michael Myers, Jason Voorhees and Freddy Krueger, I recorded their kill counts as well as doing a face off competition to decide who was the ultimate movie villain of the three legends with Jason Voorhees and the Friday the 13th Movies being the overall winner. You can see my blood-soaked venture here.
This year I went for a test of endurance, my plan was to watch as many Zombie movies consecutively until sleep deprivation turned me into something closely resembling a Zombie. I had 20 films lined up for the experiment and managed to get through 10 films over approximately 19 hours from...
- 11/4/2010
- by Gary Phillips
- HeyUGuys.co.uk
For George A. Romero, master of the zombie horror genre, the only thing scarier than 50 flesh-eating undead monsters is 50 background actors in zombie makeup asking for direction. He hasn't directed such a mob since 1978. "If I make any kind of gesture, all of a sudden everybody is doing the same thing," says the filmmaker now on his sixth zombie film, "Survival of the Dead," which hits theaters May 28. Romero tells actors to use their imagination and just "be dead" instead. Early on, Romero learned that all great horror films reflects real-life horror, so he injected each of his own with equal parts social commentary and explicit gore. Ultimately, the films serve as snapshots of the times they were filmed. In 1968, "Night of the Living Dead" was made during the turbulent Civil Rights movement. Critics loved how Romero cast an African-American actor as the lead. Romero now says that subtext was...
- 5/25/2010
- backstage.com
Back in 1976, from the minds of Rudy Ricci and John Russo, sprang forth The Booby Hatch. Come on Over! It's Crazy & Sexy -- You'll Laugh Till It Hurts!!
In case the names don't ring a bell, Russo and Ricci were both involved in Romero's Night of the Living Dead as an actor and co-writer, respectively. They re-teamed for The Booby Hatch, which tells the tale of a scientific genius who invents equipment that tests the erotic levels of people. If nothing else, it should be worth a watch just to see a cameo by David Emge, who is best known as Flyboy from Dawn of the Dead.
"For boobs only!"
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In case the names don't ring a bell, Russo and Ricci were both involved in Romero's Night of the Living Dead as an actor and co-writer, respectively. They re-teamed for The Booby Hatch, which tells the tale of a scientific genius who invents equipment that tests the erotic levels of people. If nothing else, it should be worth a watch just to see a cameo by David Emge, who is best known as Flyboy from Dawn of the Dead.
"For boobs only!"
Discuss Motion Picture Purgatory in the Dread Central forums!
- 2/18/2010
- by The Woman In Black
- DreadCentral.com
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